Enn Reitel, born on June 21, 1950, is a talented Scottish actor renowned for his extensive work in voice acting across video games, movies, and television. His family's roots trace back to Estonia and Germany, where they sought refuge before settling in Scotland.
Reitel honed his craft at the prestigious Central School of Speech and Drama. One of his early notable performances was in 1982, when he portrayed Jim Dixon in the BBC Two sitcom *The Further Adventures of Lucky Jim*, a series inspired by Kingsley Amis's literary character, and penned by the esteemed Dick Clement and Ian La Frenais.
His stage credits include a memorable performance in the musical *Me and My Girl* at the Adelphi Theatre in 1986. Reitel also gained prominence on television as an impressionist on the popular satirical puppet show *Spitting Image*, and he showcased his comedic talent in the ITV sitcom *Mog*, where he played a burglar feigning insanity in a psychiatric hospital.
Reitel starred in the unique UK comedy series *The Optimist*, which aired from 1983 for two seasons, featuring a largely silent character who endeavored to remain positive despite constant setbacks. Additionally, he was featured in the inaugural series of the iconic comedy show *Whose Line Is It Anyway?*.
In 2001, he collaborated with Michael Palin in a whimsical short film titled *Coconuts*, illustrating the use of coconuts as makeshift horses. This film is included in the collector's edition of *Monty Python and the Holy Grail*, further showcasing Reitel's diverse talents.
